Business of Medicine

Catalog description

This course is designed to provide students an understanding of the business of medicine including group practice models, management, human resources, insurance products, CPT and ICD coding, third party reimbursement as well as potential impact of health care reform. The student will develop skills related to resume design, contract negotiation and interviewing as well as sufficient knowledge to be involved in management of the medical practice. Prerequisite: Successful completion of the clinical year rotation schedule.